pain while you're feeding your baby, which may continue after the feed is finished

cracked, flaky or sensitive nipples and areolas (the darker area around your nipple)

changes in the colour of your nipples or areolas

If you have nipple thrush or there's a risk of your baby passing thrush on to you, you'll normally be advised to continue breastfeeding while using an antifungal cream such as miconazole to treat the infection.

You should apply the cream to your nipples after every feed and remove any that's left before the next feed.

In severe cases of nipple thrush, antifungal tablets may be recommended.